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tight

[taɪt]

tight Definition

  • 1firmly fixed in place; not easily moved
  • 2fitting closely to the body or to a part of the body
  • 3difficult to deal with; causing problems or restrictions

Using tight: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tight" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The lid was tight and wouldn't budge.

  • Example

    She wore a tight dress that showed off her curves.

  • Example

    We are in a tight spot and need to come up with a solution quickly.

  • Example

    The deadline is tight, so we need to work efficiently.

  • Example

    He is tight-lipped about his plans for the future.

tight Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tight

Idioms Using tight

  • tight-lipped

    refusing to speak freely or disclose information

    Example

    He was tight-lipped about the details of the project.

  • a difficult or challenging situation

    Example

    We're in a tight spot and need to find a way out of it.

  • a well-organized and efficient operation

    Example

    The manager runs a tight ship and expects everyone to follow the rules.

Phrases with tight

  • a close-fitting or snug fit

    Example

    The jeans were a tight fit, but she managed to squeeze into them.

  • a limited amount of money available for spending

    Example

    We have a tight budget this month, so we need to be careful with our expenses.

  • a deadline that is difficult to meet because there is not enough time

    Example

    We have a tight deadline for this project, so we need to work overtime to finish it on time.

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Summary: tight in Brief

The term 'tight' [taɪt] can refer to something that is firmly fixed in place, such as 'The lid was tight and wouldn't budge,' or fitting closely to the body, exemplified by 'She wore a tight dress that showed off her curves.' It can also denote a difficult situation, as in 'We are in a tight spot and need to come up with a solution quickly.' 'Tight' extends into phrases like 'tight budget,' and idioms like 'tight-lipped,' meaning refusing to speak freely, and 'tight ship,' denoting a well-organized operation.

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